Rooftop Takeover: Private Rooftop Rental at Zoku Amsterdam

Take over our rooftop for your next celebration.

Looking to host something big, bold, and unforgettable? With the Rooftop Takeover, you get exclusive access to Zoku Amsterdam’s entire rooftop level or just the parts that suit your event best. Whether you are planning a high-energy company party, a stylish networking evening, or a relaxed after-hours gathering, this flexible setup gives you the freedom to shape the experience exactly how you want it. Designed for events that need movement, atmosphere, and space to connect, the rooftop naturally flows from dinner to drinks to dancing. From semi-private corners to a full rooftop celebration, your event can grow and evolve throughout the evening.

Host up to 300 guests | Starting from €1,750

A Rooftop Takeover at Zoku Amsterdam is perfect for

Company parties & large team celebrations

Bring everyone together for a lively evening that moves naturally between dining, drinks, and dancing. Ideal for summer parties, milestone celebrations, and end of year gatherings.

Client events & networking evenings

Host relaxed yet impactful events where guests can connect across multiple rooftop zones. Perfect for receptions, congress after hours gatherings, and brand moments.

Seasonal celebrations & festive socials

Create memorable experiences with flexible indoor and outdoor setups that adapt to the season. From holiday dinners to spring and summer rooftop parties.

Brand pop-ups

Turn our rooftop into a world shaped around your brand. With flexible layouts, indoor-outdoor flow and city views, Zoku Amsterdam gives pop-ups, launches and summer brand activations room to come to life.

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The full lowdown

Find out everything that our rooftop event venue in Amsterdam has to offer.

The Rooftop Takeover is suitable for large scale events of up to 300 guests in summer with our outdoor terrace, and 250 guests in winter. It works best for company parties, networking events, after-hours gatherings, and social celebrations where guests can move freely between different rooftop areas including dining spaces, lounges, bar zones, and the terrace.

The rooftop is designed with a mix of lounge seating, dining tables, and flexible social areas that create a natural flow between spaces. Guests can easily move between the bar, dining areas, and terrace throughout the event.

Warm lighting and rooftop ambiance help set the tone as the evening unfolds, while flexible furniture layouts allow the space to adapt to different event formats, from seated dinners to lively cocktail style celebrations.

Mobile screens, microphones, and speaker setups are available to support welcome talks, short presentations, award moments, or music during your event. The rooftop is designed primarily for social gatherings and celebrations, with tech that enhances the experience without taking over the atmosphere.

For more structured presentations or program moments, events can also make use of the nearby Event Space, allowing you to combine focused sessions with lively rooftop socializing.

Event support staff are present to ensure smooth service throughout your event. Additional staffing or security can be arranged depending on the size and format of your gathering.

Limited storage is available on site for event related items. If you require storage before or after your event, please let the team know in advance so arrangements can be discussed.

Food and drinks are provided by Zoku Amsterdam’s restaurant, The Living Kitchen. Choose from shared dinners, seasonal menus, drinks packages, and add ons tailored to your group. External catering is not available.

The Rooftop Takeover takes place on Zoku Amsterdam’s rooftop level, offering exclusive access to a vibrant mix of indoor and outdoor spaces. Guests can move effortlessly between the bar, terrace, dining areas, and social lounges, creating a dynamic event experience above the city.

With views of the city, including Amsterdam icons like the Skinny Bridge and the Rijksmuseum, and a central location that is easy to reach by public transport, the rooftop combines atmosphere, accessibility, and flexibility for larger gatherings.

Confirmation & payment:

Group size 1-9 people

  • 75% deposit is needed to confirm your meeting or event, latest 14 days prior to arrival.
  • Payment is due in full upon departure.
  • Payment can be made by credit card or bank transfer. Credit card fees may apply.
  • Please note that cash or checks are not accepted as payment methods.
  • Billing by invoice can be made on a case-by-case basis. If the invoice is more than 30 days overdue, we have permission to charge you for the full outstanding amount with additional administrative costs.

Group size 10+ people

  • 75% deposit is needed to confirm your meeting or event, latest 2 months prior to arrival.
  • Payment is due in full upon departure.
  • Payment can be made by credit card or bank transfer. Credit card fees may apply.
  • Please note that cash or checks are not accepted as payment methods.
  • Billing by invoice can be made on a case-by-case basis. If the invoice is more than 30 days overdue, we have permission to charge you for the full outstanding amount with additional administrative costs.

Cancellation policy:

Group size 1-9 people

  • For cancellations made 14 or more days prior to a scheduled booking, there is no cancellation fee.
  • For cancellations made 13 – 8 days prior to a scheduled booking, 50% of total costs will be charged.
  • For cancellations made less than 7 days prior to a scheduled booking, 100% of total costs will be charged.
  • When applicable a refund fee may apply.

Group size 10+ people

  • For cancellations made 2 months or more prior to a scheduled booking, there is no cancellation fee.
  • For cancellations made less than 2 months and up to 1 month, 50% of total costs will be charged.
  • For cancellations made less than 1 month prior to a scheduled booking, 100% of total costs will be charged.
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Minimum spend for Top Floor Takeover events start from €1,750, but pricing depends on group size and the rooftop areas you choose to privatize. Food, drinks, and service are included, making it easy to plan your event with confidence.

Food & Drinks

But wait, there's more! Add tasty food or refreshing drinks to your party or celebration.

Lunch, Dinner and Borrels

Chef’s Daily Lunch Table: Enjoy fresh buffet-style Chef’s Daily Lunch Table with your choice of protein, salads, veggies, soup, and dessert. €26 p.p.

After-Work Borrel Bites: Small nibbles and bites for a “gezellig Vrijmibo” of 20+ people in our Event Space.

  • 2 bites for €18 p.p.
  • 4 bites for €24 p.p.
  • 6 bites for €28 p.p.

Shared Dining Concept: Our Chef selects 1 starter, 1 main, and 1 dessert as a custom menu for 1-20 people. €45 p.p.

Buffet-Style Dinner: Enjoy a tasty buffet-style dinner for 20+ people. €55 p.p.

Walking Dinner: For those on the move, our Chef will curate 6 dishes to enjoy throughout your event. €65 p.p.

Breakfast & Brunch

Kitchen Table Breakfast: Wake up to a Zoku buffet-style breakfast to enjoy from our rooftop restaurant. €25 p.p.

Kick-Start Breakfast: Keep it simple with a Croissant, Pain-Au-Chocolat and Juice served from within your meeting room. €18 p.p.

Weekend Brunch: Treat yourself to brunch on Saturdays and Sundays for all your weekend event needs. From €12 p.p.

Sweet Treat: Enjoy a little something sweet, at any time of day. You deserve it. From €2,50 p.p.

Stay the Night

Turn your meeting into an offsite with an overnight stay in a Loft. We have 133 total Lofts on-site!

In a regular hotel room or studio apartment, the bed always dominates. In the Zoku Loft, the big kitchen table serves as the focal point, shifting the center of the space from the bed to the living room. Now you have a truly livable home to explore Amsterdam and work for as long as you want.

Other Large Meeting Rooms and event spaces

We've got plenty of other meeting rooms for breakout sessions and even a rooftop terrace. Keep swiping!

Our largest room is a showstopper. Host your next offsite, training, seminar, or conference overlooking the Amsterdam skyline – from all sides! We can create custom setups for whatever event type you need.

Bringing more people together means coming up with even bigger ideas! Gather with your team or colleagues in half of our Event Space. It’s great for large group strategy sessions, presentations, and trainings.

Coworking by day, party pop-up by night. Located between our two terraces, book this cozy space to host a private party for up to 50 people.

Take in the views and soak up the rays on our rooftop terrace that can be rented privately for up to 50 people. Psst… add the Party Pop-Up for even more space!

Whether you’re brainstorming your next big idea or aligning with a small team, this quarter-sized section of our Event Space sets the stage. Perfect for creative sessions, intimate presentations, or focused group work.

Lean in, catch up, and dine together in The Supper Corner: your semi-private spot for cozy group dinners, brunches and small celebrations for up to 20 people.

Smaller meeting Rooms (10 pax)

Let's get cozy. Instantly book one of our smaller meeting rooms, perfect for groups of up to 10 people.

No frills, no mere boardroom. It’s a productivity den perfect for group work sessions, small presentations, or hitting that deadline just in time while getting your best work done.

Inspired by Walt Disney’s artistic process, this flexible space is perfect for animated creative sessions. We offer 3 different seating arrangements based on Disney’s strategy stages.

A fun option for small groups focused on sparking creativity as quickly as possible. It even features a Twister carpet for your mandatory downward dogs or quick game breaks.

It can be a fine line between work and play. So surf the way between the two during a small group productivity session. A comfy couch and great views included!

Get away from the hustle and bustle of our rooftop and join forces with colleagues in your own private workspace. It has everything you need to collaborate in an inspiring setting.

FAQs

Guest capacity is often one of the biggest considerations when planning a large event. Zoku Amsterdam can host rooftop takeovers for up to 300 guests during summer, including the rooftop terrace, and up to 200 guests during winter, using our indoor rooftop spaces.

Definitely. A Rooftop Takeover gives you exclusive access to all or part of Zoku Amsterdam’s rooftop level, depending on your event size and requirements.

One of the biggest advantages of a Rooftop Takeover is the flexibility to move naturally between indoor and outdoor spaces. Depending on the season, your event can include the rooftop terrace, Event Space, Work Is Not A Job, Not A Bored Room, Work + Play Room, Game Room, Party Pop-Up, and our rooftop Social Spaces.

The Rooftop Takeover is designed for events that benefit from movement, atmosphere, and connection. It’s especially popular for company offsites, networking evenings, personal celebrations, seasonal celebrations, and brand pop-ups, but also works beautifully for product launches, client events, receptions, and community gatherings.

During summer, events can flow naturally between our indoor spaces and rooftop terrace for up to 300 guests. During winter, the experience moves indoors while still making full use of our vibrant rooftop Social Spaces, accommodating up to 200 guests.

Rather than being confined to one room, guests can explore a collection of inspiring spaces that each offer a different atmosphere. Your event can move between Work Is Not A Job, Not A Bored Room, Work + Play Room, Game Room, the Party Pop-Up, the Event Space, and the rooftop terrace, creating a dynamic experience that evolves throughout the day or evening.

One of the biggest advantages of a Rooftop Takeover is the flexibility to combine different rooftop spaces depending on your event format. Whether you’re planning presentations, workshops, standing receptions, networking sessions, or a celebration that transitions from dinner to dancing, we’ll help create a setup that fits your event.

The combination of flexible spaces, rooftop views, great food and drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere makes Zoku Amsterdam particularly well suited for networking evenings, brand pop-ups, product launches, partner events, and community gatherings.

During the summer months, the Rooftop Takeover can include access to our rooftop terrace, allowing guests to move freely between indoor and outdoor spaces while enjoying panoramic views over Amsterdam. During winter, events take place across our indoor rooftop spaces.

Rooftop Takeovers at Zoku Amsterdam start from €1,750. Final pricing depends on the spaces included, guest numbers, catering, and event requirements. Our team will happily create a tailored proposal based on your plans.

One of the advantages of hosting an event at Zoku Amsterdam is that your guests can simply take the elevator home. Combine your Rooftop Takeover with overnight stays in our Lofts for company offsites, multi-day events, or celebrations with out-of-town guests.

Yes! The rooftop is ideal for events that evolve throughout the evening. With the Rooftop Takeover at Zoku Amsterdam, gatherings can naturally transition from welcome drinks to dining moments and later to music, celebrations, or after-party-style socializing.